Vietnam Expands Smoke-Free Spaces for Health & Tourism

Vietnam is intensifying its efforts to create more smoke-free public spaces, particularly in hotels and restaurants, as a dual strategy to protect public health and enhance its appeal as a sustainable tourism destination. With over 104,000 tobacco-related deaths annually and an estimated 15 million smokers, the country is focusing on smoke-free environments as a crucial solution.

Dr. Ha Anh Duc, head of the Ministry of Health’s Department of Medical Services Administration, emphasized the importance of this initiative. He noted that beyond the clear health benefits of protecting non-smokers from secondhand smoke, creating smoke-free spaces fosters a clean and civilized image that aligns with global “green tourism” trends. He urged hotels and restaurants to adopt smoke-free policies as a standard of service quality.

Under Vietnam’s Law on Tobacco Harm Prevention and Control, hotels are already required to be smoke-free indoors, with clear “No Smoking” signage in lobbies, corridors, and guest rooms. Any designated smoking areas must be separate, well-ventilated, and meet strict safety criteria. To bolster enforcement, hotels are encouraged to develop internal regulations and train staff to respectfully remind guests of the rules.

Several localities have already seen success with this model. Ha Long in Quang Ninh province, Hoi An in Da Nang City, and sites in Ninh Binh province have pioneered “smoke-free tourism.” However, challenges persist, including the growing popularity of e-cigarettes and heated tobacco products, low public awareness, and weak law enforcement. Experts are calling for more coordinated action, including clearer guidelines for “smoke-free destinations,” consistent penalties, and expanded multilingual communication campaigns to strengthen Vietnam’s image as a responsible and tourist-friendly nation.

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